Hydrelia albifera

(Walker, 1866)
Fragile White Carpet

Sort #: 1805 | P #: 910139 | MPG #: 7423 | PFG Page #: 190
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Larval substrate: Cornus alternifolia (Alternate-leaved Dogwood), Cornus sericea (Red-osier Dogwood), Betula papyrifera (White Birch)
Phenology: Adult: 6/02 to 8/13 (16 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, rare
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1870
Last Year Reported: 2026

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin, Middlesex, Essex
Number of Records: 23